Nursing Programs at Mercyhurst

Full-time program
One-year certificate
In-person coursework
 

In this program—the region’s only 12-month practical nursing program—you’ll get the engaging coursework and hands-on training you need to start your nursing career at an affordable, all-inclusive price. When you’re ready for the next step, you can take advantage of our unique LPN-RN bridge program. Graduates are eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN).

Full- or part-time program
Two-year associate degree
In-person coursework
 

As one of the most trusted and affordable RN programs in the region, we prepare our graduates with the skills to accurately assess patients, deliver quality care, and communicate effectively with patients and care teams. In as little as two years, you’ll be equipped to pass your National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and start your career in the health field as an RN.

Full-time program
Traditional 4-year bachelor's degree
In-person coursework

With Mercyhurst’s newest nursing program, you'll be able to earn a bachelor's degree in four years, or less with our three-year accelerated or LPN-BSN bridge options. This program is ideal for students who want the traditional college experience, with hands-on coursework taught by our experienced faculty in our new facilities. Graduates will have all the skills necessary to pass the NCLEX nursing licensure exam.

For current RNs
Two-year bachelor's degree
Blended coursework (in person and online)
 

The BSN completion program is the ideal next step for those with an associate degree or diploma in nursing. You’ll benefit from the flexibility of a blended program design, which combines online coursework with on-campus classes. The program works around your schedule, leaving time for family and work commitments, as you acquire the skills needed to excel in a supervisory role. 

For current BSNs
One- to two-year master's degree
100% online coursework

Take the next step in a leadership role with this affordable online MSN. The program’s unique focus on integrative health, resiliency and patient safety prepares you to address some of the most pressing issues in health care today. You’ll learn evidence-based applications of health and well-being strategies with patient populations as well as the health care team members that you lead.